Women's Archives - Sanford Health News

Flu shot during pregnancy: Pregnant woman holding a sonogram of her unborn child

Baby benefits when pregnant mom gets the flu shot

Why doctors recommend flu shots during pregnancy

Heather Spies, MD ⋅ 6 min read

Doctor Jesse Dirksen sits in an upright posture, smiling during an interview

Breast cancer surgeon Jesse Dirksen: A source of help, hope

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 19 min read

Heidi Heitkamp speaks on a stage with a U.S. flag in the background.

Sen. Heidi Heitkamp: Beating breast cancer in the public eye

Kay Todd ⋅ 7 min read

Andrea Theis and "Kindness Is Contagious" authorNicole Phillips pose, heads touching.

Breast cancer survivor’s kindness at event changes her life

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 30 min read

JoAnna Thome stands in front of a counter with a sign on the wall saying Sanford Women's.

New ‘wellness guide’ role helps women easily navigate care

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 7 min read

A woman sits at a table in front of a plate that's empty except for a lone asparagus spear.

Think someone has an eating disorder? Here’s what to know

Psychologist and medical doctor share signs, symptoms, tips for taking action

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 16 min read

Flu shot FAQs: Myths and facts

An infectious disease specialist answers your questions about flu shots

Wendell Hoffman, MD ⋅ 6 min read

hand touching newborn's head

How to keep your baby safe from influenza

Protect your newborn from the flu with these tips

SHN Staff ⋅ 4 min read

construction

Sanford Health makes way for new West Fargo clinic

Demolition of old clinic begins as new clinic opens next door

Christen Rennich ⋅ 2 min read

Jacinda Tracy holds her baby girl, Braelynn, on her lap.

Smallest newborn to ‘graduate’ from NICU goes home

Braelynn Tracy, born at less than 12 ounces, now weighs 8 pounds

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 17 min read

Jessica Aguilar

Jessica Aguilar: ‘What we can accomplish together’

Executive's work combines health care for women, children, cancer patients

Jared Leighton ⋅ 9 min read

A newborn baby smiles in its father's arms. Reproductive medicine can help women become pregnant after PCOS.

Reproductive medicine guides a growing family

How one couple found answers (and pregnancy) after PCOS

Erin Heinert ⋅ 6 min read

Dr. Laurie Landeen, a Sanford Health OB/GYN, is a Caucasian female with blonde hair and a warm smile

Your sex life is not taboo. It’s part of a healthy life

Sanford Health OB/GYN offers weekly intimacy clinic for patients

Megan Baldridge ⋅ 9 min read

Woman with stomach ache lying on the sofa.

Effective ways to ease periods for women and teens

Women's health specialist recommends comfort care and hormonal options

Taya Ordahl ⋅ 8 min read

Woman with a hot/cold pack on her shoulder.

Outreach heart care: Patient found help close to home

"I couldn’t believe Sanford Health would be able to get me in so quickly."

Ashley Schwab ⋅ 5 min read

10 things to expect in your second trimester

Kristin Gray, MD ⋅ 8 min read

Your sex life is not taboo. It’s part of a healthy life

Megan Baldridge ⋅ 9 min read

Flu shot FAQs: Myths and facts

Wendell Hoffman, MD ⋅ 6 min read

Breast cancer survivor’s kindness at event changes her life

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 30 min read

Reproductive medicine guides a growing family

Erin Heinert ⋅ 6 min read